For today’s iPhone 14 event, Apple also unveiled a second wearable in addition to the Watch Series 8 launch. The company has created a variation of its wrist-worn device that is larger, more robust, and has a longer battery life than the normal devices, as the rumours suggested. The Apple Watch Ultra features a number of high-end advancements over the rest of series 8 and is specifically designed for people who are either extremely active or spend a lot of time outside. This really makes the package a lot more expensive. The new Ultra model’s size contrasts most starkly with the rest of the Series 8 series. Because of its larger screen and noticeable size, the 49mm Watch Ultra might not be the best choice for persons with smaller wrists. Users will be able to observe more health and activity data thanks to the larger display area than with the smaller wearables. The Ultra will, of course, feature unique watch faces created for the larger screen, like the new wayfinder option. For instance, the wayfinder face provides space for up to eight additional difficulties in addition to the compass that is displayed. The display is up to 2,000 nits brighter than any Apple Watch to date.

The Watch Ultra has more sturdiness and durability for a variety of activities. The Watch has a titanium case that is aerospace-grade, and it has a novel action button that can be configured for a variety of functions like initiating a workout or lowering a navigational pin. Improved speakers make it possible to hear even outside. You should be kept safe by an 86-decibel siren, which Apple claims may be heard up to 600 feet away. you may use the Apple Watch Ultra while scuba diving or in deeper seas. Additionally, the GPS has been enhanced so that you always have the most current statistics accessible, and the compass app now has a backtracking feature that drops pins along your route. Thanks to its dual-frequency design and updated positioning algorithms, Apple claims that the Ultra offers the most accurate GPS of any Watch to date.

A temperature sensor that provides users with health information is also present. In order to alert you when you could be ovulating, the new sensor will also transmit information to fertility and cycle-tracking apps. With the Series 8 line’s updated accelerometer and barometer, Apple has also enhanced crash detection. All of that is in addition to already available capabilities like fall detection, emergency SOS, and heart-rate monitoring. A greater battery is also a sign of a larger wearable. According to Apple, a single charge for the Watch Ultra lasts 36 hours. The gadget may operate more effectively to extend wear time up to 60 hours thanks to a new low-power mode in watchOS 9. Blue light will be blocked during the night to lessen eye fatigue. Additionally, watchOS has received a number of activity-specific updates for running, trekking, diving, and other activities, greatly enhancing the capabilities of the Watch Ultra in comparison to the other Series 8 devices.

As you can anticipate, the cost of each of these enhancements has increased significantly. Pre-orders for the Apple Watch Ultra, which will go on sale for $799 on September 23, are now open. The latest Apple Watch variant has a starting price of $799 for the Series 7, so that price is comparable. Apple has also released three new bands: the Ocean Band for diving and water activities, the Alpine Loop for hikers and adventurers, and the Trail Loop for runners.